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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1927

Page

4

Righteous S Erbs Vin Ae Exalteth A Nation

A fragment quotes Paine on global duty to do good and declares the world as country with moral purpose.

Thomas Paine

Anniversary Reflections On Wilson War Speech Ten Years On

The article recalls the ten year mark since Woodrow Wilson asked Congress for a declaration of war on Germany and the nation’s surge of support. It notes memory fading, wartime scars, and lingering questions about American sincerity in defending small nations’ rights.

Woodrow Wilson Congress Germany Wilson America

UNC Students Back Expulsion Of Gambling Group

The University of North Carolina student body voted to uphold the suspension and expulsion of more than a dozen students found guilty of gambling. A large turnout supported the student council, with a majority preferring no probation for the punished students.

North Carolina University of North Carolina

Chances Slender for Tax Classification Amendment

The state may vote on amending the constitution to allow different tax rates for personal property and realty. Farmers likely to oppose the amendment strongly, doubting the projected benefits of lower intangibles levies and fearing revenue shortfalls. Proponents argue lower rates would increase taxable wealth and overall revenue.

Farmers Oppose Tax Amendment Favoring Surplus Holders

The passage argues the proposed amendment would curb dishonesty incentives and push assessors to pursue intangible values more. Farmers see it as siding with surplus owners at the expense of landholders who barely scratch by. Eastern regions likely oppose more strongly, with little popular support expected.

Music in the Schools Leadership at High Point Convention

Delegates at a federation of music clubs convention praised High Point public schools for music instruction. The band orchestra and glee club showcased quick formation and strong curricular influence, with visitors noting High Point as a leader in this educational effort and predicting significant community cultural impact.

Federation of Music Clubs High Point Orchestra Glee Club Department In Public Education

Rescinded Order on Naval Oil Reserve Lands Contested

Article discusses President Coolidge's cancellation of an Interior Department order to lease naval oil reserve lands. It notes prior debate over legality and policy, with critics fearing underground oil could be drained from adjacent property. The piece contrasts underground storage with aboveground mining concepts and cites Ohio politicians.

Harding Department of the Interior Naval Oil Reserve Ohio Coolidge Wilson

Preservation of Oil Lands Policy Amid War Risk

The passage argues that only possibility justified land assignment and that protecting underground reserves is the wiser policy. It warns that U S petroleum stores could exhaust quickly in war and urges preserving part of the oil lands, finding the overturning of the Harding order reassuring.

America

Democratic quest for nominee likens to political giants

Josephus Daniels argues the next Democratic nominee must embody the traits of Samuel Tilden Grover Cleveland and Woodrow Wilson. He says no other man fits and the party now faces a difficult hunt to find such a leader. The remark reflects on the rarity of leaders equal to those figures.

Josephus Daniels Samuel Tilden Grover Cleveland Woodrow Wilson Tilden Cleveland Wilson

Let the Marines Do It Chaperones Return

A humorous social note laments the revival of chaperones as marines fill that role in communities. It contrasts chaperones with old Victorian norms and even suggests the President should enlist a chaperon on a westward trip. The piece ends by praising the constitution as the best future chaperoned safeguard.

Coolidge

Schoolyard Rivalries And Gentlemen's Gripes In Springfields

Rumors fly of mock wars as Harvard and Princeton plan a spring golf duel with cautions about misplayed hooks. London debates tipping hats to ladies while streetcar issues are settled. Rutgers seniors clash over mustaches and first downs while artists seek prize necktie patterns. The Snyder murder case looms as a cautionary note.

Harvard Princeton London Rutgers Snyder

Reed Says He Is Out Of Politics In Detroit Remark

Senator Jim Reed told Detroit readers he is out of politics. The remark mirrors other public figures like Walter Johnson and Suzanne Lenglen being out of their sports, with a rhetorical flourish comparing them to a duck out of water.

Jim Reed Detroit Walter Johnson Suzanne Lenglen

Chicago Husband’s Defense League sparks public affairs talk

A Chicago group labeled the Husband's Defense League draws attention as critics warn men may seek a louder voice in public affairs. The remark signals rising gender-politics debate in local discourse.

Chicago Defense League

Manager Admits Slow Start Threatens Pennant Quest

A baseball skipper acknowledged before the campaign that his club may miss the pennant while noting a recent drop in public soliloquy habits among staff.

Gasoline Sales Suspected Slowed by Sunday Ban in South Carolina

Community reaction notes a Sunday gasoline ban in South Carolina causing refill lines to shrink and residents to seek alternatives. Local historians mention cultural habits around church days and weekend routines shaping fuel-buying patterns.

Radio Commission Seeks Listener Suggestions

A radio commission asks listeners for ideas to improve conditions. A tire shop on West 15th Street offers prizes after every program item, drawing reader attention.

The Radio Commission West 15Th Street

Rider Recovers After Fall at Event

A horse rider fell from his mount during the event and was assisted by onlookers. He refused medical aid at the scene but later walked away with help, while organizers resumed activities.

Ford’s Billion Dollar Home Builders Asked Secrecy

The report notes Ford requested the builders of his anticipated billion dollar residence not to disclose the exact cost. In a separate item two New York girls won 100 dollars each for thrift essays, speculation arises whether the essays addressed clothing.

Ford New York

Andrews Targets Ignorant Prohibition Agents

A terse note quotes Andrews accusing some prohibition agents of ignorance and ineptness, suggesting a purge or discipline within the force as reform efforts intensify. The remark hints at internal turmoil and political bluntness in enforcement circles.

Musician who defined symphony concerto with unique ensemble

The composer who created a symphony concerto incorporating a dozen player pianos an airplane propeller bells and other devices reportedly sought rest beside a riveting hammer.

Parliament considers broad swearing bill amid golf craze

A bill to permit all forms of swearing is presented in Parliament. Observers note Britons have taken golf more seriously after American victories last year.

Tis

London sweep turns novelist with sweeping style

A London chimney sweep has turned novelist and is noted for a sweeping style. War Minister Painleve of France recently decorated his stenographer for exceptional services. Mr Mellon has ideas of decoration he hopes France will adopt.

London Painleve France Mellon

Young Girl Evangelists Share Dreams for the Future

A feature explores the ambitions of young girl evangelists as they discuss their hopes for growing up. Their conversations reveal personal goals, community roles, and the influence of faith on career choices.

Legion Goes to Paris to See Abie's Irish Rose

The American Legion plans a trip to Paris to view the stage play Abie's Irish Rose, highlighting cultural outing as part of their engagement abroad.

American Legion Paris Abie

Plans for equipping port at Tri City Airport meeting Monday

A Tri City Airport commission meeting is set for Monday at 7 30 in the King Cotton hotel Greensboro to finalize leasing and equipment for the Paul E Lindley field near Friendship Reynolds Airways Winston Salem promoter R J Reynolds aims to begin field work immediately and operate a night flying equipped field with a flying school and full service including aerial photography flying exhibitions races and air meet plans to attract aviators nationwide and boost Tri Cities publicity

Tri-City Airport Commission King Cotton Hotel Greensboro Paul E. Lindley Friendship Pitcairn High Point Winston-Salem J. E. Marsh, Jr Joe S. Worth Reynolds Airways, Inc R. J. Reynolds Reynolds Pffce Tri-Cities South

What the Brotherhood of Christ Can Do For High Point

Tom Alderman Sykes will preach tonight at Central Friends Church on What the Brotherhood of Christ Can Do For High Point. Morning service at 11 features musical selections and a sermon The Secret of Being Richer Than a Millionaire.

Brotherhood of Christ Tom Alderman Sykes Central Friends Church Nevin Hyman St. Clair Dudley Buck Beatrice Crouch Norman Fidler Hatch Schumann Brotherhood Ogden Ashford

Soldiers killed in clash with nationalist radicals in Shanghai

London April 2 AP dispatch reports two nationalist soldiers were killed and several civilians wounded in a fracas with about 50 members of the radical wing of the nationalists Friday night, according to the Sunday Express Shanghai correspondent.

London Shanghai The Sunday Express

High Point Dramatic Club to Stage Charm Comedy

Members of the High Point high school dramatic club will present a three act comedy at the American theatre Friday at 8 pm. Charm, revived in Chicago and Boston, follows Joe Pond and Mrs. Harper as they try to keep Ida Mae Harper at home with The Book of Charm. The cast includes Hy R N Patternson and Evelyn Crater among others. pupils handle all props and stage work.

High Point High School Dramatic Club American Theatre New York Chicago Boston Joe Pond Hy RN Patternson Joseph Pond Evelyn Crater Idi Mae Harper Wanda Penny John Idol Paxton Hazel Hicks

Trainmen Injured In Engine Crash At Williston

Jumping from engine cabs to avoid death when two coupled locomotives en route from Charleston to Augusta crashed into Southern Railway freight train 55 at Williston injures trainmen. Fireman Fred Belcher suffered a broken ankle in the collision.

Williston S. C Charleston Augusta Southern Railway Fred Belcher

New Offcers to Be Installed in Girl Reserves Club

New officers of the freshmen sophomore eclubs of girl reserves will be installed at the regular meeting of the club at the Y W C A building tomorrow afternoon. Alma Andrews is president Mildred Von Drehle is vice president Dorothy Smith secretary Minnie Raper treasurer Rose Askew cheerleader Mildred Von Drehle song leader and Margaret York pianist Retiring officers are Anna Gertrude Douglas Thelma Scott Ina Mc Adams and Magna Allen The new officers are from the freshman class and are being installed to learn their duties before the school year ends.

Alma Andrews Mildred von Drehle Dorothy Smith Minnie Raper Rose Askew Margaret York Anna Gertrude Douglas Thelma Scott Ina McAdams Magna Allen

Hartsell Named Campbell Coach After Resignation

Harry Hartsell, former State College coach, is elected head coach at Campbell College to replace Leroy Martin who resigned to become secretary of the state equalization board. Campbell College, formerly Buies Creek Academy, is in Buies Creek.

Raleigh Harry Hartsell State College Today Campbell College Leroy Martin State Equalization Board Buies Crook Academy

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